American Folklore: This folklore site contains retellings of American folktales, Native American myths and legends, tall tales, weather folklore and ghost stories from each and every one of the 50 United States. You can read about all sorts of famous characters like Paul Bunyan, Pecos Bill, Daniel Boone, and many more.
Davy Crockett: Watch the trailer of "The Alamo" and learn a bit about Davy Crockett. Now, click on the little book to read the story of Davy Crockett then play the game.
Rosa Parker: Start the auto slideshow, listen to Marla's song and do the activity.
Visiting an American State: This summer you´re going to visit one of the American states with your family.You want to persuade your parents to go to the state you have chosen. You are going to create an attractive Powerpoint presentation, so you can travel to that state. Remember that not only the cities might be appealing to them. Cultural activities and National Parks can also be attractive options for your family.
State Facts: You are going to create a Fact Card about one of the fifty United States.
Tour the USA: You and your classmates will work in teams to explore six regions of the United States: New England, the Mid Atlantic states, the South, Southwest, Midwest, and West.
Each team will investigate one region's landmarks, monuments, and other areas of interest, and then create a brochure describing and illustrating an interesting and informative tour of that region. ( + Teacher Page )
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New England, the Mid Atlantic states, the South, Southwest, Midwest, and West.
Each team will investigate one region's landmarks, monuments, and other areas of interest, and then create a brochure describing and illustrating an interesting and informative tour of that region. ( + Teacher Page )
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